Jensen is set to make at least $3.6 million his first year as Utah’s coach, a $1.3 million increase over his predecessor.

While many thought that former Utah great Andre Miller would be the surefire choice for the assistant coach spot, Jensen went another route, hiring one of the best talent developers in the game, Raphael Chillious. Former NBA Star Isaiah Thomas praised the hire, saying, "Amazing hire! One of my favorites."

The University of Utah will pay new Runnin’ Utes head coach Alex Jensen at least $3.6 million next season with an opportunity for another $750,000 in bonuses. Jensen’s contract runs from March 17, 2025, to March 31, 2031. The Salt Lake Tribune obtained a copy of the employment agreement through a public records request.

New Utah basketball coach Alex Jensen has reached out to the NBA to fill another key role on his staff. Jensen hired Sacramento Kings assistant general manager

The Runnin’ Utes legend brings a thoughtful, thorough approach to being the 17th head coach in Utah program history.

What does Kyle Whittingham think of the Runnin' Utes hire Alex Jensen? Here's what he had to say about the new head coach:

The hiring of Alex Jensen reconnects Utah to a successful past that the Utes want to tap into while rebuilding their men’s basketball program and, hopefully, becoming more competitive in the Big 12 Conference.

The Utah Utes have their next head coach. Pete Thamel of ESPN reported that Alex Jensen and Utah have secured a deal to make him the next head coach.